Palampur Tourist Attractions

Palampur, the erstwhile part of the local Sikh Kingdom and later governed by British, has derived its name from 'Pulum' which means abundant water. In this scenic hill station tourists can very cozily pass their time in relishing natural beauty. However apart from its pristine natural beauty the sites that catch immediate attention are numerous and diverse. To say it this way, some of the very popular tourist attractions in Palampur that attracts visitors from around the world include Bir and Billing - these are the two adventure sites. Enclosed in the vicinity of tea gardens Bir is a landing ground for hang and Para gliders. It has various Buddhist monasteries and Tibetan handicrafts too. On the other hand Billing is one of the best aero sites. It offers high altitude and cross-country flying opportunities for over 200-km; and Baijnath - this tourist attraction in Palampur is famous for an ancient temple that was constructed in 804 AD. The temple is consecrated to Shiva Vaidyanatha.

There are other Palampur tourist attractions too that again witness huge tourist footfalls. These are Neugal Khad - it is located adjacent to the temple of Bundelmata temple. It is a 300-metre-wide chasm through which the Neugal stream flows; Bundla Stream - this stream is famous for its chasm that is over 100 meters wide; Andretta - it is a centre for several artistic activities that essentially include pottery; and Shobha Singh's Art Gallery - this is another noted tourist attraction in Palampur. It is located in the town of Andretta.

How to Reach:

By Train :- there is no railway station in Palampur. However the closest railway station is located at Maranda which is 2 km from Palampur. Hence a train to Maranda can be boarded and from there Palampur can conveniently be reached.

By Road :- From Dharamshala, Mandi and Pathankot bus services can be availed to reach Palampur. This apart, taxis can also be hired to reach.

City Info:
Palampur is perched on an elevation of 1, 220 meter off the sea level. It is exactly sitting in Kangra Valley and shares close proximity with Dhauladhar Range. It has gain fame as the 'Tea Capital of North India'. Graced with picturesque beauty, this hill station has become a popular haunt among travelers. It boasts of elegant temples and colonial buildings. Its scenic beauty is considered to be a feast for the eyes.

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